Policy Officer

Suffolk Chamber of Commerce; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business organization in Ipswich is seeking a motivated Policy Officer to influence key policy agendas and drive economic growth. The successful candidate will research, analyze legislation, and engage with various stakeholders, all within a supportive environment. This role offers 23 days of annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Health and wellness support

Flexible working opportunities

Paid sick leave

Convenient car parking

Additional time off during holidays

Qualifications

• Keen interest in local and national current affairs.
• Experience in analyzing complex legislation.
• Ability to provide effective policy recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Work with stakeholders and government departments for consultations.
• Monitor and research key Government publications.
• Lead on working groups regarding devolution and infrastructure.

Skills

Research and analysis of legislation

Stakeholder relationship management

Monitoring current affairs

Identification of emerging trends

Job description

Policy Officer - Suffolk Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Policy Officer to help shape and inform the political and policy agenda and drive economic growth on behalf of our membership and wider business community.

Suffolk Chamber is a leading business organisation with a significant voice to those in power, with devolution, infrastructure, skills, climate adaptation, and promoting a strong economy all playing a vital role to our strategic aims. In this varied Policy Officer role, you will have the opportunity to work across several key work streams at a time of great potential change.

What You’ll Do:

Work across the organisation and with a range of stakeholders and government departments to respond to Government consultations and identify current and emerging sector and place-specific issues

Monitor, research and respond to key Government publications including consultations, White Papers and relevant reports and legislation, pulling together complex information to provide timely advice and producing concise, impactful briefings

Lead on a number of working groups on key topics such as devolution, infrastructure, skills, climate adaptation, and promoting a strong economy

What We’re Looking For:

A keen interest in local and national current affairs

Experience in researching and analysing complex legislation and information to make recommendations and provide policy advice

The ability to identify and analyse emerging trends, risks, and opportunities to inform policy development

Experience of building and managing senior level stakeholder relationships

At Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, we pride ourselves on building a culture that values both our staff and the organisations we serve. Our commitment is evident in our array of staff benefits, including health and wellness support, convenient office-based car parking, 23 days of annual leave (plus extra time off for the festive season), paid sick leave, and numerous flexible working opportunities from day one.

Please note that the role of Policy Officer will involve some independent travel across the region to participate in external meetings and events.

In this influential position, you’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of Suffolk’s leading business forum while thriving in a friendly, flexible, and supportive office environment. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and work with a team that shares your passion for business and community, we want to hear from you.

To apply for the Policy Officer position please send us your CV, including an opening paragraph outlining why you think you would be the right candidate for the role.

There is no closing date for applications and the listing will be closed as soon as sufficient applicants have been received so candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Additional key words: Policy Officer, Regulatory Policy, Policy Analyst, Strategic, Public Affairs, Government, Policy Advisor, Governance, Research.

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